Kitchen Table Network...

February marked the re-start of various networking groups, including one of my favourite, The Kitchen Table Network.

Advanced Bookkeeping & Consulting was represented by yours truly at both the Wynnum Chapter last week, and the Cleveland Chapter today. And I have to say, they have really kicked things off with a bang! Both sessions introduced very inspiring guest speakers.

At Wynnum Sonja Falvo dazzled the group with her presentation about the "6 Ways to Position Yourself as an Expert in Your Field". I'm telling you, the entire group was listening so intently we didn't hear the commotion of the boats in the harbour in the background! Sonja is truly a clever lady, and one of those people who have stacks of energy that seems to transcend upon you while you're listening...now if only I could find my notes from the meeting...arrrggghhh...so if there are any other TKTN ladies out there who attended...can you please lend me your notes?

Today at Cleveland Carren Smith encouraged the group to remove our "masks" and enlightened us on "The Art of Authenticity", and how to achieve real life congruency. I was honestly inspired, and got me thinking about my life experiences and how I could help others by sharing them...but that's another project for later...so stay tuned...

Thanks again Jackie and Kerry for starting my networking year off in a very worthwhile way!

Kind Regards
Samantha

Networking...

I attended another networking function this morning, and despite the particularly cool breeze gusting in off the beautiful bay near where I live, I was reminded of why I feel particularly special as a local business owner. The camaraderie between all of those who attended "The Kitchen Table Network- Wynnum Chapter" this morning was obvious, as well as inspiring and, well, fulfilling.

Of very recent times I have expressed to many people close to me of the wonderful feeling you get from really feeling like part of the local business community. It's like you feel more connected with those around you. It's truly amazing. And something quite unexpected.

Starting a small business has had many pluses...this is just one of them I thought I would share with you.

Talk to you soon.

Samantha

Kitchen Table Network

Today I attended the Kitchen Table Network morning tea. The Kitchen Table Network is run by Kerry Stewart-Haynes and Jackie Price, both of whom are very motivating and welcoming women.

This mornings function included a guest speaker, Melanie Lavelle-Maloney of Redland City Business Grow, whom provided some excellent insights and business tips.

I really enjoyed attending my first KTN morning tea, and I found it to be an excellent forum for networking. My "mug" even ended up on the KTN e-newsletter! As a result of the morning tea Advanced Bookkeeping and Consulting Services will become a member of the KTN and enjoy the benefits membership has to offer.

For more information on the Kitchen Table Network follow the link and try it yourself.

Networking...

Last Thursday (28th May) I went to my first networking event. It was run by the Brisbane Central Leads Club, and it gave me the opportunity to meet and "network" with other business owners.

The evening confirmed what Tony Carter from the Wynnum Chamber of Commerce advised me during our meeting on Wednesday 20th May, that 80% to 90% of business is drummed up through networking.

Various members of the leads club explained to me that most of their clients are derived from various forms of networking...weather it was from organised networking functions, or simple word-of-mouth. It was made pretty clear to me that the benefits of becoming a member of a networking group are enormous!

So, what is networking?

Well, I've only been to one event, so I am no expert, but basically it's a forum where people in business come together and discuss who they are and what they do. It's an opportunity for professionals from just about any industry from your local hairdresser to the solicitor to introduce themselves, and their business, in the hopes of gaining referals.

It is also facilitates knowledge sharing. This is also a major benefit of joining a networking group because like they say "a problem shared is a problem halved".

My next networking event is on 11th June with the The Kitchen Table Network, which is basically a womens networking group. I am really looking forward to this one. I will let you know how it goes...

Regards
Sam